Georgia coach Kirby Smart apologized Tuesday for calling Bulldogs defensive back Jake Pope an "idiot" for a viral postgame celebration following the team's Week 11 loss to Ole Miss.  "I should have not called the kid an idiot,

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Georgia backup safety Jake Pope issued an apology on Monday after a video of him appearing to celebrate following the Bulldogs' 28-10 loss at Mississippi on the field with Rebels fans drew sharp criticism from Georgia coach Kirby Smart.

Georgia coach Kirby Smart said Tuesday he went too far when he called backup safety Jake Pope an "idiot" for appearing to celebrate with Mississippi fans following the Bulldogs' loss to the Rebels last week.